Maximizing your closet space gives you extra storage room.
A small closet is not impractical if you apply a few space-saving techniques. Making use of the entire space is vital for the closet's functionality, but you also need ample lighting cast on all areas of a small closet. This design concept allows you to see each shelf, corner and space so that no available nook goes unused. Does this Spark an idea?
Top Shelves
Forgoing a top shelf just because it is too high to reach conveniently is a waste of usable closet space. Purchase a ladder or step stool that easily collapses to a smaller shape to use as a means of reaching that top shelf. The benefit of choosing a collapsible step stool is that you can slide it into the small closet space when it is not in use. Instead of placing clothing or other objects directly onto the top shelf, store them in a bin or container so you do not have to fumble through your things while you balance on a ladder. The top shelf is ideal for seasonal clothing or other goods you don't need on a daily basis.
Floor Space
Floor space in a small closet is just like having another storage shelf. Because the floor tends to be dirtier than other surfaces, use bins or containers to keep your items away from any dirt. The floor space also works well for holding a shoe rack, which is better than placing your shoes directly onto the floor for two reasons: it keeps dirt off the floor and maximizes shoe storage space.
Accessible Locations
Your small closet is likely to hold a large amount of items. Putting your most used clothing and goods in the center of the closet in an easy to reach location minimizes sorting and rearranging. If you are storing small items you use often that do not stack well such as socks and undergarments, consider placing them into bins to sit on a convenient shelf. The container allows you to hold more unstackable items in one location.
Dual-Purpose
Small closets that are walk-in closets give you the opportunity to use them as dual-purpose rooms. One way to use a small walk-in closet for a purpose other than storage is to make it an office. Place a small desk and chair inside and use if for work or hobbies. Maximize space by attaching a fold down table to a walk so you can collapse the table when it is not in use.
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